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Dr. S R Ranganathan Birth Anniversary @ The Department of Lib. and Science, University of Mysore
by Mailing List Manager 23 Aug '06

23 Aug '06

Date: Mon, 21 Aug 2006 08:48:24 +0100 (BST) From: vasanth raj <gooche_1981(a)yahoo.co.in> Dear Sir/Madam, Department of Library and Information Science, University of Mysore celebrated the 114th birth anniversary of Dr. S R Ranganathan by welcoming the new batch of students (2006-08). The program started with the lighting the lamp by the faculty members of the department. On this occasion Prof.Shalini Urs gave speech on Dr.S R Ranganathan and his seminal works in the field of Library and Information Science.Prof. Shalini Urs highlighted the Ranganathan�s �Mnemonic value� and how it helps us to introspect and retrospect to move ourselves forward. She explained that how Ranganthan incidently got into the bandwagon of Librarianship and his contribution to put India in a global map in the field of Library and Information science in the early 1930�s, 1940�s and 1950�s.She spoke about the relevance of Ranganathan�s Faceted Approach in today�s world of �Semantic Web�. Dr. N S Harinarayana spoke about the Ranganathan�s successful journey as a Library professional, his vast knowledge on Indian Philosophy. He recited the �Five Laws of Library Science�and the sequence of arrangement and significance of the 24 words of five laws�. Dr. Kaisher Nikam described the life and achievements of Ranganathan and his interest in Philosophy-Logic-Science-Mythology.She expressed the delight and the fortune of her association with M A Gopinath and Neelamegahan, who had the opportunity to work with Dr. S R Ranganathan closely. Dr M Chendrashakera explained the importance of Chain indexing and Book Selection techniques of Ranganathan in today�s world of Information explosion. Dr. Mallinath Kumbar Chairman of the department presided over the program. Ashwini and Nagashayana of third semester gave brief talk on Chronological events of Ranganathan�s Life and achievements and on Colon Classification respectively. To explore more on this visit www.flickr.com/photos/35897502@N00 ------------------------- With best wishes Vasantha Raju N

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Law Journals and Old PeriodicalsAvailable
by naganarasimha shailaja 23 Aug '06

23 Aug '06

Atten: Law Librarians Dear Friends Some Law books and Periodicals are available on donation from Ms Heera Nawaz whose Parents were well known Advocates.I understand National Law School has collected some.There are some more interesting books.Those interested can contact Ms Heera Nawaz,Tel.No.25594482.Email.heera_nawaz(a)rediffmail.com.Wants to dispose as early as possible. N.Shailaja Chief Information Assistant Information Centre Deccan Herald No.75,M.G.Road Bangalore- 560 001 Email-naganarasimhas(a)yahoo.com Send instant messages to your online friends http://uk.messenger.yahoo.com

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Steps for Installing ebooks in Mobiles
by sandeep bhavsar 22 Aug '06

22 Aug '06

Respected Sir/ Madam Thanks for your responses and request received. Outline below are broad steps of Installing ebook reader software,ebooks and accessing ebooks in mobiles. 1) Install the ebook Reader software on your mobile : Please have a look at this link http://www.mobipocket.com/en/DownloadSoft/ProductDetailsReader52.asp (ONLY FOR DESKTOP / LAPTOPS) http://www.mobipocket.com/en/DownloadSoft/DownloadLinuxStep1.asp FOR DIFFERENT TYPES OF MOBILE WITH THEIR NO. FOR EX. 6600, 3230 ,9500, O2, ETC) here you will get free ebook reader software for your Mobiles and Desktops /Laptops. Take .exe f of your mobile no. on the system and then with the help of bluetooth / Infrared / Data Cable transfer this file to Mobile. Then Just run this file on your mobile that software will be automatically Install. After installing the ebook reader software. 2) Download ebooks in .prc format from http://www.mobipocket.com/en/eBooks/Search.asp?TypeSearch=Free here you will get many free ebooks in .prc format Take .exe file on your system and then with the help of bluetooth / Infrared / Data Cable transfer this file to Mobile. Just open the messge so that ebooks get stored in the mobile / reader software. Access the book from the reader software. Best Regards Sandeep Bhavsar Librarian Dr.V.N.Bedekar Institute of Research and Management Studies Thane(W) 400601 @@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@ email : Sandeep(a)vpmthane.org Mobile : 9870484626 @@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@ --------------------------------- All new Yahoo! Mail "The new Interface is stunning in its simplicity and ease of use." - PC Magazine Respected Sir/ Madam Thanks for your responses and request received. Outline below are broad steps of Installing ebook reader software,ebooks and accessing ebooks in mobiles. 1) Install the ebook Reader software on your mobile : Please have a look at this link http://www.mobipocket.com/en/DownloadSoft/ProductDetailsReader52.asp http://www.mobipocket.com/en/DownloadSoft/ProductDetailsReader52.asp (ONLY FOR DESKTOP / LAPTOPS) ht http://www.mobipocket.com/en/DownloadSoft/DownloadLinuxStep1.asp tp://www.mobipocket.com/en/DownloadSoft/DownloadLinuxStep1.asp FOR DIFFERENT TYPES OF MOBILE WITH THEIR NO. FOR EX. 6600, 3230 ,9500, O2, ETC) here you will get free ebook reader software for your Mobiles and Desktops /Laptops. Take .exe f of your mobile no. on the system and then with the help of bluetooth / Infrared / Data Cable transfer this file to Mobile. Then Just run this file on your mobile that software will be automatically Install. After installing the ebook reader software. 2) Download ebooks in .prc format from http://www.mobipocket.com/en/eBooks/Search.asp?TypeSearch=Free http://www.mobipocket.com/en/eBooks/Search.asp?TypeSearch=Free here you will get many free ebooks in .prc format Take .exe file on your system and then with the help of bluetooth / Infrared / Data Cable transfer this file to Mobile. Just open the messge so that ebooks get stored in the mobile / reader software. Access the book from the reader software. Best Regards Sandeep Bhavsar Librarian Dr.V.N.Bedekar Institute of Research and Management Studies Thane(W) 400601 @@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@ email : Compose?To=Sandeep(a)vpmthane.org Sandeep(a)vpmthane.org Mobile : 9870484626 @@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@ http://us.rd.yahoo.com/mail/uk/taglines/default/nowyoucan/pc_mag/*http://us… All new Yahoo! Mail "The new Interface is stunning in its simplicity and ease of use." - PC Magazine

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SALIS Seminar on E-Resources:Effective Utilization in Academic and Special Libraries at Madurai
by Arunachalam Hariharan 22 Aug '06

22 Aug '06

zDear Professionals, SALIS is organising a seminar on 8-9th Sep at Madurai. The details are given below. Thanks A.Hariharan SALIS -------------------------------------------------- Regional Seminar on E-Resources: Effective Utilization in Academic and Special Libraries Organized by Society for the Advancement of Library and Information Science (SALIS) Madurai Chapter & K.L.N. College of Engineering, Madurai Date: 8th and 9th Sep 2006 Venue: P.G. Conference Hall K.L.N.College of Engineering, Pottapalayam â 630 611. www.klnce.edu Objectives of the Seminar The objective of the seminar is to focus the attention of working LIS professional to know about. Types of E-Resources E-Resources of Major Publishers E-Resources for Engineering Libraries Free and Fee Based E-Resources Open Access Initiatives (OAI) Consortia Models- Benefits â AICTE â INDEST, UGC-INFONET, CSIR. Building your own E-Resources Management of E-Resources through portal E-Resources based information Services Librarianâs Role in Promoting the Usage of E-Resources-Initiatives / Training Effective utilization of E-Resources Evaluation of E-Resources Storage and Preservation of E-Resources Faculty Dr. Harish Chandra, Librarian, IIT Chennai. Prof. A.Srimurugan, Librarian / Head - DLIS, Madurai Kamaraj University, Madurai. Mr. A.Hariharan, President, SALIS, Chennai. Dr. S. Muralidhar, Scientist âEâ Head (Library) CVRDE, DRDO, Chennai. Mr.L.Parisutharaj, Librarian, NIT, Tiruchy. Dr.J.Dominic, Librarian, Karunya Deemed University, Coimbatore. Dr.S.Suriyanarayanan, Librarian (SG), Sri Parama Kalyani College, Alwarkuruchi. Dr. K.Chinnasamy, Assistant Librarian, Central Library, Alagappa University, Karaikudi. Eligibility Practicing Librarians, Information Science professionals/Students and Research Scholars from science, engineering, social sciences and other disciplines. Registration / Address for Correspondence. LIS Professionals / SALIS members Rs. 250/- Library Science Students / Trainees Rs. 100/- Information to Participants: ï§ Course Kit & Working Lunch will be provided. ï§ Participation Certificate will be given. ï§ Accommodation on nominal charges can be arranged on request. ï§ Participants can register through mail, phone and confirm it through duly filled in Registration form. ï§ A special TRIP to Temple City will be arranged. The Registration fee is to be paid through DD drawn in favor of âThe Principal, K.L.N. College of Engineeringâ payable at Madurai. The Registration form with DD can be sent to: A.Joseph Anburaj Organising Secretary & Asst.Librarian K.L.N.College of Engineering, Pottapalayam â 630 611. Sivagangai District. E-Mail: josephanburaj(a)yahoo.co.in Mobile: 98421 77456 Off: 0452 â 2698971 â 973 REGISTRATION FORM Name : Designation : Name of the Institution : Address for Communication : Pin Code : Phone No Res : Off : Email : Do you want Accommodation : Yes No Payment Details DD No : Amount : Name of the Bank / Branch : Signature of the participant Last Date: 5th Sep 2006 Spot Registration will be made if seats are available Transport Arrangement: College buses will pick up the delegates at the following points at 8.30 am 1. Mattuthavani Bus Station (Near Hotel Temple city) 2. Periyar Bus Station (Near Hotel Vasantham) City buses are also available from Periyar bus station Bus route numbers 475,476,477,478,479,480,481,482. (11km from Madurai City) For more details, please visit SLAIS web site http://autolib-india.net/salis ------------------------------------- __________________________________________________ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com

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Dr. Usha Mujoo Munshi joined ISI, Kolkata
by umunshi＠insa.nic.in 22 Aug '06

22 Aug '06

Dear Professinal Colleagues, Have joined Indian Statistical Institute as Chief Librarian on 22.8.2006. Prior to my joining ISI, I have served at INSA, New Delhi for over 10 years, and at erstwhile INSDOC for number of years. During my tenure at INSA, I have had a fruitful professional innings with active support of the professional colleagues across the country and abroad. I hope to have continued active collaboration with my professional colleagues in future as well. Usha Mujoo Munshi Tel: 033-25781412; 25752105 E-mail umunshi(a)insa.nic.in (will continue to remain operational) library(a)isical.ac.in Website: www.isical.ac.in

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Name of publisherand distributersdealing with braille literature and eqipments
by prabha sharma 22 Aug '06

22 Aug '06

Dear colleagues, We would like to inform you that we wish to start a Library section for visually challenged users in our Rajasthan University Library ,Jaipur(Rajasthan)India.For that a requirment of eqipments for storage of collection and services to be provided and collection of documents (braille literature,CDs,Audio tapesetc.) are needed. We would be highly oblieged if you could refer us the names of publishers and distributers dealing in the above mentioned field. Dr. Prabha Sharma Dy.Librarian Rajasthan Univer sity Library Jaipur e-mail --------------------------------- Do you Yahoo!? Get on board. You're invited to try the new Yahoo! Mail. Dear colleagues, We would like to inform you that we wish to start a Library section for visually challenged users in our Rajasthan University Library ,Jaipur(Rajasthan)India.For that a requirment of eqipments for storage of collection and services to be provided and collection of documents (braille literature,CDs,Audio tapesetc.) are needed. We would be highly oblieged if you could refer us the names of publishers and distributers dealing in the above mentioned field. Dr. Prabha Sharma Dy.Librarian Rajasthan Univer sity Library Jaipur e-mail Do you Yahoo!? Get on board. http://us.rd.yahoo.com/evt=40791/*http://advision.webevents.yahoo.com/mailb… You're invited to try the new Yahoo! Mail.

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Two Year Graduate Trainee Programme in central library IIT Madras
by shashi jena 19 Aug '06

19 Aug '06

INDIAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY MADRAS CHENNAI- 600 036 Invites applications for Two year Graduate Training Programme in its Central Library. A stipend of Rs. 3000/- and Rs. 3250/- per month will be given to each trainee during the first and second year respectively. Graduates holding Second Class and above in B.Lib & I. Sc. may apply. Knowledge of data processing and previous working experience in a Technical Library are desirable. Selection is through test and interview. Application forms and instructions can be downloaded from the website www.iitm.ac.in under the link training and continuing education programme. Application forms can also be obtained from the undersigned by post sending a requisition and enclosing a self addressed stamped envelope for Rs.10/- The maximum age limit is 28 years for General Category, 31 years for OBC category and 33 years for SC/ST category candidates as on 31.08.2006. Application must reach the Registrar, IIT Madras, Chennai-600 036 not later than 31.08.2006. Advt. No. IITM/R/1/ 2006 dated 03.08.2006 Application Instructions REGISTRAR __________________________________________________________ Yahoo! India Answers: Share what you know. Learn something new http://in.answers.yahoo.com/

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Looking for KM Coordinator
by Abdul Tharayil 18 Aug '06

18 Aug '06

*Interested candidates, please submit your resume in reply mail.* ** *Position: **Knowledge Coordinator* ***Exp: Maximum 4 Yrs* *Organisation : MindTree Consulting* ** ** *Job Role requirements* ** - Initiates personal contact with Knowldge community Champions and Members to generate interest in the community - Exposure to KM and Content management - Self organized and proactive - Good Communication and Interpersonal Skills - Ability to interact with many levels in the organization - Interfaces with Community Support team on outreach and marketing efforts (newsletters; fliers/posters) - Maintains, analyzes and reports out on previously established community metrics (activity and performance); - Minimizing duplication among Community (domain, practice, hierarchy). - Help the community solve problems and evolve over time - Assists in building/maintaining community events participation and session effectiveness - Well versed with MS office tools good knowledge of HTML ** *Desirable* ** Exposure to KM systems and processes Community building and tacit knowledge sharing Understanding content categorization and corporate taxonomy Interested candidates, please submit your resume in reply mail. Position: Knowledge Coordinator Exp: Maximum 4 Yrs Organisation : MindTree Consulting Job Role requirements Initiates personal contact with Knowldge community Champions and Members to generate interest in the community Exposure to KM and Content management Self organized and proactive Good Communication and Interpersonal Skills Ability to interact with many levels in the organization Interfaces with Community Support team on outreach and marketing efforts (newsletters; fliers/posters) Maintains, analyzes and reports out on previously established community metrics (activity and performance); Minimizing duplication among Community (domain, practice, hierarchy). Help the community solve problems and evolve over time Assists in building/maintaining community events participation and session effectiveness Well versed with MS office tools good knowledge of HTML Desirable Exposure to KM systems and processes Community building and tacit knowledge sharing Understanding content categorization and corporate taxonomy

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DRTC/ISI ICSD 2007 : Extended deadlines
by Nabonita Guha 17 Aug '06

17 Aug '06

Kindly note the extended dates for paper submission (full paper with abstract) and early bird registration. The changed dates are as follows: * Submission of full paper with abstract: September 30, 2006 * Early Bird registration: January 01, 2007 Other important dates are: * Notification of acceptance with comments: October 31, 2006 * Submission of the final papers after incorporating comments: November 30, 2006 ************************************** ICSD 2007: CALL FOR PAPERS Indian Statistical Institute Platinum Jubilee Events International Conference on SEMANTIC WEB & DIGITAL LIBRARIES (ICSD 2007) http://drtc.isibang.ac.in/icsd Documentation Research and Training Centre Indian Statistical Institute, Bangalore, INDIA February 21-23, 2007 Themes include: (but not limited to) * Digital Libraries * Digital Resource Organization * Technology issues in Digital Services * Design of Digital Information Services * Retrieval issues in digital environment * Standards and Specifications for Digital objects * Metadata standards, Interoperability and Crosswalks * Knowledge Organization and Ontologies * Semantic Web Technologies and Digital Libraries * Semantic Web and Information Retrieval * Architecture for Semantic Web * Technology and Semantic Web Modeling tools * Intelligent Agents in Semantic Retrieval * Semantic Portals and Semantic Web Services * Vocabulary and Taxonomy development * Tools and Techniques for managing digital repositories * Digital Resource Management Strategies * Content Development: Policies * Content Development: tools and techniques * Technology issues in Digital Services * Resource Media and formats * Multilingual Digital Libraries * Patron interaction and facilitation tools * Digital Library applications and case studies * Digital Library and Semantic Web Projects and Case Studies FORMAT The conference aims to explore the topics in themes and sub themes through tutorials, workshops, demonstrations, Invited talks and presentations. Eminent researchers and academicians will be invited to deliver theme papers and invited talks on select topics. CALL FOR PAPERS Original papers in English are invited on a theme related to those mentioned above. An international review panel will review the papers based on originality of the work, quality and relevance to the main theme of the conference. Peer reviewed and accepted papers will be published in the conference proceedings. The papers should follow the submission instructions that will be furnished along with acceptance note and also on the conference website. REGISTRATION * Early Bird Registration: January 01, 2006 (Last Date) Rs. 5000/- (Indian & SAARC Delegates); USD 150.00 (Foriegn Delegates other than SAARC) * After January 01, 2007: Rs. 6000/- (Indian & SAARC Delegates); USD 175.00 (Foriegn Delegates other than SAARC) * Tutorial: Rs. 1500/- (Indian & SAARC Delegates); USD 40.00 (Foriegn Delegates other than SAARC) NEWS ICSD conference brochure is now available at conference website. CONTACT & ENQUIRIES: (with CC to gmail address) Dr. A.R.D.Prasad, (Conference Convenor) Associate Professor, Documentation Research and Training Centre, Indian Statistical Institute, 8th Mile, Mysore Road, Bangalore - 560 059 Karnataka, INDIA Phone: 91-80-28483002/3/4 extn no. 496 or 490 Fax : 91-80-28484265 email: icsd(a)drtc.isibang.ac.in icsd2007(a)gmail.com _________________________________________________________________ Express yourself instantly with MSN Messenger! Download today - it's FREE! http://messenger.msn.click-url.com/go/onm00200471ave/direct/01/

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Reminder: Prof.M.A.G Lecture Series- 2006
by I.R.N.Goudar 16 Aug '06

16 Aug '06

Hello: Please note that High Tea is at 5.15 pm KARNTATAKA STATE LIBRARY ASSOCIATION (R) Cordially invites you for Prof. M.A.Gopinath Annual Lecture Series-2006 By PROF.C.R.KARISIDDAPPA Dean, Faculty of Social Science, Professor and Chairman, Department of Library and Information Science, Karnatak University, Dharwad 58003 Topic INFORMATION LITERACY FOR LIFE LONG LEARNING PROF. K.S. RAGHAVAN Professor, DRTC, Indian Statistical Institute, Bangalore will preside Date and Time : 17th August, 2006 at 5.30 PM Venue: Canara Bank School of Management, Central College Campus, Dr.Ambedkar Veedhi, Bangalore 560001 REQUEST: Please inform your friends and colleagues. Dr.I.R.N Goudar Prof.T.D.Kemparaju President , KALA Secretary, KALA Office Bearers and Members of GC, KALA -------------------------------------------------------------------------- Dr. I.R.N. Goudar Tel: 91-80-25086081 Head, Information Centre for 91-80-25235315 Aerospace Science and Technology Fax: 91-80-25268072 National Aerospace Laboratories E-mail:goudar@css.nal.res.in Airport Road, BANGALORE-560 017 India http://www.icast.org.in/staff/goudar.html *************************************** Dr.M.Krishnamurthy,M.A.,M.L.I.Sc.,Ph.D Fulbright Scholar (University of Illinois, USA) Librarian Indian Statistical Institute 8th Mile Mysore Road Bangalore 560059 www.isibang.ac.in/library Ph:91-80-8483002/3 Fax :91-80-28484265 _______________________________________________ LIS-Forum mailing list LIS-Forum(a)ncsi.iisc.ernet.in http://ncsi.iisc.ernet.in/mailman/listinfo/lis-forum

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